Brian O'Connell

Pesky consumer service and personal finance fees are a fact of life. Here’s how to get out of paying the worst ones.

It’s impossible to predict if something might go wrong on your trip, but one thing’s for sure: Having travel insurance could help you worry less and enjoy yourself more.

You can probably guess that travel insurance can cover trip cancellation, but did you know it could pay for airlifting you out of the jungle or just plain lost luggage?

If you’re struggling with your student loans, a deferment may be an option until you get your finances back on track.

Yes, travel insurance will add to your overall trip costs. But once you see what could be covered, you might be glad you got it.

Pell Grants can make a big difference in helping you pay for college. Here’s why.

Asking for forbearance may be a last resort, but it can buy you some time if you’re struggling to pay back your loans.

At $1.6 trillion, student loan debt is off the charts. If you’re a borrower, here are some tips to help with managing your loans.

Combining student loans into one debt payment could ease the strain on your bank account—just weigh the pros and cons first.